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I was wondering if there is any place that could build a R89 battery from an empty original casing? I have heard mixed things about the repro versions that have a battery inside a repro R89 case, so thought I would see if possible to have one built the way the original was made.
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Re: Can anyone build R89 battery from empty case?
Brad
I have seen a few cases where a member in search of points has removed the bottom of the case. I'm not sure how they did it but they installed a small battery inside that would start the car. They were proud of their work or no one would have known.
LyleLyle
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Re: Can anyone build R89 battery from empty case?
Brad, Contact Jim Kane of Cameron Battery 205 S. Maple St., Emporium, PA 15834
814-496-0921. Jim rebuilds batteries. I have no idea of the cost though. But do know he does a really nice job and numerous NCRS guys have used him. The first to tell me about Jim was my pal Tom Barr-late C4 team leader.
Rick Alshire if you are looking in please jump in. John D.Comment
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Re: Can anyone build R89 battery from empty case?
Thanks, it appears the number is 814 486-0921, but I got in touch from the info you provided. He said he could do it for around $200, which is a little cheaper than most of the repro ones anyway (excluding my investment in the case though- so about a wash overall probably). I still need to round up a good lid as it was cracked on this empty R-89 casing that I have.Comment
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Re: Can anyone build R89 battery from empty case?
Brad,
I had found an original tar top that did not work. I cut the bottom out with a die grinder and slowly removed all the inners. Very time-consuming and messy. I drilled and taped the two posts from the inside and attached standard cables to them. A small but high amp Mazda battery fits nicely inside. This past Regional at Old Town I received full credit with no deductions.
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